Getting Started with Care

Choosing the right type of care can feel overwhelming especially if it’s your first time exploring support options for yourself or a loved one.

At Clece Care Services, we’re here to make it simple.

We’re Here to Help, Every Step of the Way

When you or a loved one is sick or needs extra support, starting your journey with care services can feel overwhelming. But you’re not alone.

Clece Care Services is here to support you, from your very first question to the day your care begins and beyond. With over 100 care branches from the North of Scotland down to the Isle of Wight, our local teams are ready to guide you, no matter where you live or which Clece Care Services company you Contact.

Welcome to Quality Care

Clece Care Services champions flexible, person-centered support services to facilitate Service Users leading dignified, independent lives tailored to their specific requirements and aspirations.

Our services include personal care, domestic assistance, live-in care, overnight care, respite care, companionship, convalescence, and palliative care. With our extensive experience, we tailor our services to meet the individual needs of each service users. Our team assists with personal hygiene, meal preparation, shopping, and even social outings, like enjoying a coffee in town.

Private Care

With private care, you arrange support directly with a care provider such as Clece Care Services, without going through the local council.

  • No Assessment Needed to Start: You can contact a care provider directly to arrange care at a time and pace that suits you.
  • Choice and Flexibility: You have full control over who provides your care, when visits take place, and what type of support is included.
  • Speed: You can usually start care more quickly, as there’s no waiting for council assessments or approvals.
  • Cost: You’ll pay for your care privately, but you may still be eligible for certain benefits or allowances to help with costs.

Local Authority Care

If you contact your local council’s adult social care team, they’ll arrange an assessment to understand what help is needed and what kind of support you’re eligible for:

  • Assessment: A social worker or care assessor will visit you at home to discuss your needs, daily routines, and what support would help most.
  • Funding: The council will look at your income and savings to decide if they can contribute towards the cost of your care. Some people get full or partial funding; others may need to pay for all of their care themselves.
  • Arranging Care: If you qualify for support, the local authority can arrange a care provider on your behalf, or give you a personal budget so you can choose your own provider.
  • Flexibility: This option can be helpful if you’re unsure where to start or need help managing costs, but the care options may be more limited to providers approved by your local council.

How We Support You

Choosing care can feel like a big step but we’re here to make it simple and reassuring from the very start. Our friendly team will guide you through every stage, making sure you feel supported, informed, and confident in your decisions. Here’s how it works:

1

Contact Us

The first step is simple – reach out for a friendly chat. Our team will take the time to listen, understand your situation, and talk you through how we can help.

2

Free Home Visit

We’ll come to see you at home for a relaxed assessment. It’s a chance to talk about your needs, and what matters most to you. We’ll also check your home environment to make sure it’s safe and comfortable.

3

Your Care Plan

Together, we’ll create a care plan that’s completely tailored to you – from your daily routines to the little things that make you smile. You’ll be able to review and approve everything before care begins.

4

Meet Your Carer

We’ll carefully match you with a Care Assistant who fits your needs and personality. We want you to feel at ease and supported by someone you can truly connect with.

5

Care Begins

Your care journey starts with Clece Care Services by your side. We’ll keep in touch to make sure you’re happy and that your care continues to suit your changing needs.

The first step is simple – reach out for a friendly chat. Our team will take the time to listen, understand your situation, and talk you through how we can help.

We’ll come to see you at home for a relaxed assessment. It’s a chance to talk about your needs, and what matters most to you. We’ll also check your home environment to make sure it’s safe and comfortable.

Together, we’ll create a care plan that’s completely tailored to you – from your daily routines to the little things that make you smile. You’ll be able to review and approve everything before care begins.

We’ll carefully match you with a Care Assistant who fits your needs and personality. We want you to feel at ease and supported by someone you can truly connect with.

Your care journey starts with Clece Care Services by your side. We’ll keep in touch to make sure you’re happy and that your care continues to suit your changing needs.

The Difference Between Care in Scotland and England

  • Scotland: Personal care (help with daily tasks like washing and dressing) is free if you’re assessed as needing it, regardless of your savings or income. You may still pay towards other types of support, depending on your financial situation.
  • England: Personal care isn’t free. You’ll have a financial assessment to see if you qualify for council funding or if you’ll need to pay some or all of the costs yourself.
  • Scotland: You’ll contact your local council’s social work department, who will arrange a needs assessment. From there, they’ll help you choose how your care is delivered through Self-Directed Support (SDS).
  • England: You’ll contact your local authority’s adult social care team for a needs assessment. They’ll work with you to decide what support you’re eligible for and whether you qualify for funding.
  • Scotland: Through Self-Directed Support, you can decide how your care is managed. You can:
    • Take a direct payment and arrange your own care.
    • Ask the council to arrange care for you.
    • Choose a mix of both.
  • England: You may be offered a personal budget or direct payment, which gives you similar flexibility but the options and amount available can vary between councils.
  • Scotland: All care services are regulated by the Care Inspectorate, which checks quality and safety across care homes and home care providers.
  • England: Care is regulated by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), which inspects providers and publishes ratings such as Outstanding, Good, or Requires Improvement.
  • Scotland generally offers free personal care and more flexibility through Self-Directed Support.
  • England’s system is means-tested, so most people contribute to the cost of their care.
  • Both systems start with a needs assessment and aim to make sure your care is safe, high-quality, and right for you.
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Our Companies

Ailsa Response

32 Cheapside Street, Glasgow, G3 8BH

All Care

Unit 18, Hedge End Business Centre, Botley Road, Southampton, S030 2AU

Bespoke Care

Silverstamp House, Club Mill Road, Sheffield, S6 2FH

Call-In Homecare

Floor 4, Sugar Bond, 2 Anderson Pl, Edinburgh EH6 5NP

Carewatch

Redlands Business Centre, 3-5 Tapton House Road, Sheffield, S10 5BY

CK Consumables

31 Metro Centre, Kangley Bridge Road, Lower Sydenham, London, SE26 5BW

CK Facilities Management

22 Metro Business Centre, Kangley Bridge Road, London, SE26 5BW

CRT Care Services

Unit 8, Beresford Way, Dunston, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, S41 9FG

Dale Care

Lumley House, Whitfield Court, St. Johns Road, Meadowfield, Co. Durham DH7 8XL

Diamond Quality Care Services

169 Greenham Business Park, Newbury, Berkshire, RG19 6HN

Hartwig Care

5 Ella Mews, Hampstead, London, NW3 2NH

Homecarers Care Services

Floor 3, Office, Liverpool Innovation Park, 9 Rathbone Rd, Edge Ln, Fairfield, Liverpool L7 9NN

Ideal Complex Care

Floor 1, 2 Magellan Terrace, Gatwick Road, Crawley, RH10 9PJ

Lauriem Complete Care

Cobdown House London Road, Ditton Aylesford, Kent, ME20 6DQ

MerseyCare Julie Ann

Suite 1, Building, Liverpool Innovation Park Bayliss, 2 Edge Ln, Liverpool L7 9NJ

MyLife Homecare Edinburgh

Floor 3, Sugar Bond, 2 Anderson Place, Edinburgh, EH6 5NP

MyLife Homecare Kent

Suite 1B, Orchard House, Orchard St, Canterbury CT2 8AJ

Perfect Care

10-12 High Street, Spennymoor, County Durham DL16 6DB

Saxon Care

Saxon Court, 21 Gladstone Rd, Chippenham, SN15 3BW

Universal Care Services

Unit 1, Carr House, Hawley Road, Hinckley, LE10 0PR

Our Service Users

For service users, we consider you part of our family, working closely with you to ensure you remain at the heart of your care decisions.

We are committed to recognising and valuing everyone’s unique needs and preferences, empowering you to stay in control of your care journey. We take pride in our commitment to service excellence, aiming for our service users and their families to confidently recommend us.

Our People

Clece Care Services comprises a diverse group of extensively trained staff. Each team member undergoes a stringent selection process and receives specialised training at our training academies to provide tailored and premium services to our clients. With a broad range of services, our Service Users confidently choose us as their preferred care provider.

To encourage continual personal and professional development, our team are provided numerous professional development opportunities, because working at Clece Care Services is more than just a job; it is a fulfilling career making a real difference.

Our Mission

To deliver exceptional and personalised care to our service users; enhancing their quality of life, independence, and dignity.

Our Objective

To deliver high-quality care that empowers our service users to maintain their independence and dignity while residing in their own homes.

Our Values

Respect

Promoting respect and dignity through our services.

Transparency

Transparency and legal compliance in the management of our services.

Empower

Improving daily through teamwork, professionalism and motivation.

Safety

Ensuring the Health and Safety of our staff and service users.

Efficiency

Encouraging respect for and the preservation of the environment.

Environment

Contributing to provision of an efficient but high quality service.

International Presence

Clece Care Services is part of the Clece Group, a Spanish entity with a remarkable 25-year history in providing a broad spectrum of services. With a workforce of over 85,000 employees, Clece stands as one of Spain’s largest companies supporting over 1 million clients.

Our UK team at Clece Care Services follow the international groups dedication to supporting the communities we operate within.

We Know Care Can Be Confusing – Let Us Help!

Deciding on care is a big step, and it’s normal to have questions or feel unsure. Our team is here to guide you through every stage, explain your options, and make sure you feel confident and supported. Whether you’re considering local authority or private care, we’ll help you understand the process and find the solution that’s right for you.

Contact us

Clece Care Services offer support services across the UK. Get in touch to find out how your local team can best support you and your loved ones needs.

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